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Why a mid-priced and “ugly” Mexican Strat is causing a stir at Norman’s Rare Guitars
By Phil Weller published
This limited-edition Jimi Hendrix tribute model bears a striking Ultraviolet finish that will put off most buyers — until they plug the guitar in and play it

Best electric guitars under $500 in 2025: Bargain electrics that punch above their weight
By Connor Godfrey last updated
My pick of the best cheap electric guitars from PRS, Squier, Epiphone, Kramer, and more

Best acoustic electric guitars 2025: Get the best of both worlds with my top picks
By Matt McCracken last updated
Get yourself gig-ready with the best electro acoustics from Taylor, Martin, Fender, and more

Mike Campbell on the time he broke his guitar in two onstage with Bob Dylan with just one wrong move
By Christopher Scapelliti published
The guitarist bought the 1962 Gibson SG with another guitar for just $120 and famously played it for his guitar solo on Tom Petty's "Runnin' Down a Dream"

Best guitar picks: my favorite plectrums for speed, grip, and articulation in your guitar playing
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
Find the perfect fit with my selection of guitar picks for electric, bass, and acoustic guitars

Mark Knopfler borrowed this 12-string electric for 50 years and played it on some famous songs. Now it could be yours
By Phil Weller published
Loaned to him by a folk-rock guitarist in the mid ’70s, the instrument spent five decades in his care and featured in notable moments of Knopfler's career

What is the best Stratocaster? I've been playing Strats for 20 years - here are my top picks
By Matt McCracken last updated
I've been playing a Strat all my life, here's an all-encompassing guide to the best Fender Stratocasters available today

A mind-blowing $3,525 off an exotic Breedlove acoustic is the biggest saving you'll see this Labour Day, but here are 3 guitars you'll actually buy
By Daryl Robertson published
There's a slew of guitars discounted this Labor Day, but I've gone through and separated the wheat from the chaff, so you know where to go for the best deal
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